The Metro: Baker’s, Simmons & Clark hit 90-plus year milestones in Detroit 

Both Baker's Keyboard Lounge and Simmons & Clark Jewelers have kept their doors open for 90-plus years — largely due...

Hexagon Records opens as the only devoted vinyl shop in Petoskey

There’s a new record store in downtown Petoskey. It’s called Hexagon Records and it’s one of the few places in...

Low demand drops EV prices below gas vehicles on resale market

Used vehicle prices spiked as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic but have been coming down since. Resale costs for...

The Metro: Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest reveals top 4 finalists for $100K grand prize

For over a decade, the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown has positioned itself as a small business incubator in...

The Metro: Baobab Fare co-owner talks 2024 James Beard nomination, plans to expand in Detroit

When Baobab Fare opened its doors in 2021, it quickly became a favorite restaurant of many. The Burundi-inspired restaurant offers...

Bill package to revamp economic incentive programs pass Michigan Senate

The Michigan Senate wrapped up its last in-person day before its spring break this week by passing a flurry of economic development legislation....

CultureShift: Long-time Detroit Gumbo restaurant is moving and expanding

One of Detroit’s oldest Black-owned restaurants, Louisiana Creole Gumbo, is moving locations after more than 50 years on the edge...

CultureShift: Michigan Tech Week to connect industry leaders, entrepreneurs and students

For the second year in a row, Michigan Founders Fund will be hosting Michigan Tech Week, a four-day event highlighting...

Crossing the Lines: Live6 Alliance facilitates business growth

This story is part of WDET’s Crossing the Lines: Live6 series, exploring the neighborhoods around the intersection of Six Mile...

Michigan works to attract large-scale industry with nearly $1 billion budget

Lawmakers and residents of states across the country are always looking for new ways to attract business. In Michigan, the...

Canton: Home to Global Foods and Services

You can certainly taste the diversity in Canton. Its restaurants offer cuisine from around the world. That's one sign of...

Op-Ed: Detroit Regional Chamber Recognizes the Role of Small Business at 2016 Mackinac Policy Conference

  For over a decade, WDET has been covering the annual Mackinac Policy Conference hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Held...